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In MyMemeCards, the meme card game, “Florida Man” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70, number 20812 of the collection, and the 20th best-known meme of its 243 cards. Here is what the meme means, where it comes from, and how to get its card.
What does the “Florida Man” meme mean?
This character embodies the unpredictability and chaos of local Florida news. The humor arises from the contrast between ordinary crimes and their disproportionate eccentricity. It serves as an anti-hero defying logic, reminding us that reality often exceeds even the wildest fiction.
Where does the “Florida Man” meme come from?
The meme is attributed to magazine editor Freddie Campion, who launched the Twitter account @_FloridaMan on January 26, 2013. This profile daily posted US newspaper headlines containing the phrase "Florida man." The goal was to group these unusual narratives under a shared identity. The earliest preserved message dates to February 2013, describing an arrest after an accidental 911 call. The concept presents this group as the "worst superhero in the world," not as a single individual but as a collective archetype. Dissemination quickly spread to Reddit and Tumblr, exploiting the state's rich media landscape to create a modern urban legend based on verified facts.
- 2013Launch of the Twitter account @_FloridaMan by Freddie Campion.
How to use the “Florida Man” meme
- Share a bizarre news headline prefixed with "Florida Man" to highlight the absurdity of the situation.
- Use this reference in conversation to describe unpredictable or chaotic behavior.
- Create a humorous card juxtaposing several real-life incidents under the collective character's name.
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The “Florida Man” card in MyMemeCards
| Number | No. 20812 |
|---|---|
| Rarity | Epic |
| Collection | Memes World series 70 |
| Fame | 81/100 · #20 of 243 |
| Recycle value | 20 MemeCoins (60 in Shiny) |
How to get the “Florida Man” card
Every pack holds 5 meme cards, the first 3 of them Common; Florida Man comes out of the Memes World series 70 as an epic card. The pack odds say what each rarity weighs.
Your first pack is free and needs no account. After that a new free pack lands every 10 minutes, up to 3 waiting for you. You can also buy the card with MemeCoins on the market, bid for it at auction, or trade it — and a double recycles into 20 MemeCoins.
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5 meme cards, one of them at least Rare. One free pack per person.
Free · no account needed
Odds per card, averaged over a pack: Common 72%, Rare 23.9%, Epic 3.2%, Legendary 0.56%, Mythic 0.3%, Full Art ≤ 0.1%, Shiny 0.2%. Cards 1 to 3 are always Common, cards 4 and 5 climb the rarities. Rates drop for cards that circulate a lot. Details
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Frequently asked questions
What does Florida Man mean?
It is a humorous archetype born from real news headlines, grouping eccentric incidents involving men in Florida.
Who created Florida Man?
The original Twitter account was created by editor Freddie Campion in January 2013.
Is Florida Man true or fake?
The stories are based on real news headlines, but the character is a fictional collective construct.
How do I get the Florida Man meme card?
Open a pack of MyMemeCards: “Florida Man” is an epic card of the Memes World series 70. Your first pack is free, with no account, and you can also buy, trade or win the card at auction.
How rare is the Florida Man card?
It is an Epic card. Rarity decides which pack slot can deal it, and what it is worth on the market.
Sources: Florida Man | Know Your Meme · en.wikipedia.org · wiki · Florida_ManFlorida Man - Wikipedia · Florida Man: The true stories behind the meme · checked on October 11, 2026.
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